Reference Guide
Version 
8.3.19.0
Introduced on the S4820T.
Version 
8.3.12.0
Introduced on the S4810.
Version 8.3.11.1 Introduced on the Z9000.
Usage 
Information
To prevent the link state database from receiving incorrect routing information 
from unauthorized routers, use the area-password command on routers within 
an area.
The configured password injects into Level 1 LSPs, CSNPs, and PSNPs.
Related 
Commands
• domain-password — allows you to set the authentication password for a 
routing domain.
• isis password — allows you to configure an authentication password for an 
interface.
clear config
Clear IS-IS configurations that display under the router isis heading of the show running-config 
command output.
S4820T 
Syntax
clear config
Command 
Modes
ROUTER ISIS
Command 
History
This guide is platform-specific. For command information about other platforms, 
refer to the relevant Dell Networking OS Command Line Reference Guide.
The following is a list of the Dell Networking OS version history for this command.
Version 9.0.2.0 Introduced on the S6000.
Version 
8.3.19.0
Introduced on the S4820T.
Version 8.3.11.1 Introduced on the Z9000.
Version 8.3.7.1 Introduced on the S4810.
Usage 
Information
CAUTION: Use caution when you enter this command. Back up your 
configuration prior to using this command or your IS-IS configuration will 
be erased.
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Intermediate System to Intermediate System (IS-IS)










